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Man sues Bob Jahn’s Roofing over ladder accident injuries
David Read has filed a lawsuit against Bob Jahn’s Roofing after sustaining injuries from an allegedly improperly set up ladder during an inspection job. The complaint includes claims for both economic and non-economic damages along with a separate claim from Christine Read for loss of consortium.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against Burlington Stores Inc., after injury at Sacramento location
Leah LeGrant has filed a lawsuit against Burlington Stores Inc., among others, alleging negligence after an incident at their Sacramento location led to severe injuries due to an unsecured barrier falling on her leg. The case highlights claims around premises liability and negligent practices by store employees.
Plaintiff alleges BMW of North America failed to address vehicle defects promptly
Abhishek Srivastava has filed a lawsuit against BMW alleging failure to address significant defects in his leased vehicle under statutory obligations. The case seeks damages exceeding $35,000 along with civil penalties for willful non-compliance by BMW.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against County of Santa Clara over dangerous sidewalk condition
Josephine Buch has filed a lawsuit against local government entities and El Camino Hospital over injuries sustained from tripping on an ill-maintained sidewalk in Mountain View last year. The complaint seeks damages exceeding $25,000 for negligence and unsafe public property conditions.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against construction company following job site injury
Maria Hilda Gomez De Martinez has filed a personal injury lawsuit against William O'Neill and WM O'Neill Lath & Plastering Corporation following an accident at a construction site in Santa Clara County on January 20th. The plaintiff seeks compensation for extensive economic and noneconomic damages allegedly caused by negligence on part of the defendants.
Medical assistant sues property owner over negligence leading to injury
Jodie Calderon has filed a lawsuit against LV-S Milpitas LLC for negligence after sustaining injuries from slipping on water caused by an overflowing toilet at their property. The case highlights issues around premises liability and seeks compensation for medical expenses and lost wages among other damages.
Plaintiff sues Target Corporation over premises liability
Delmy Quant has filed a lawsuit against Target Corporation alleging premises liability after tripping over an empty wire basket at one of their stores. The complaint seeks damages for medical expenses and pain suffered due to alleged negligence in maintaining a safe shopping environment.
Plaintiffs allege medical negligence leading to wrongful death against Dignity Health
Jayston Bush and Jett Macias have filed a lawsuit against Dignity Health alleging medical negligence leading to wrongful death after their father Mark Bush died following treatment for a peritonsillar abscess. The case was filed on May 20th in San Francisco Superior Court seeking both economic and non-economic damages.
Plaintiff alleges deceptive practices by Hinodeya Ramen over hidden charges
Alexander Xue has filed a lawsuit against Sasala Dining USA Inc., accusing them of deceptive practices related to hidden charges at their restaurant Hinodeya Ramen Union Square in San Francisco. The case alleges violations of multiple California business laws and seeks damages along with injunctive relief.
Attorney General Bonta Leads Multistate Coalition to Defend U.S. EPA’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles
On behalf of California and leading a multistate coalition of 23 attorneys general and four cities, California Attorney General Rob Bonta and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) filed a motion to intervene in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit to help defend the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s final greenhouse gas emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles.
San Francisco Partner Sean Pak Honored as One of the Daily Journal’s Top Intellectual Property Lawyers 2024
Quinn Emanuel is pleased to announce that San Francisco Partner Sean Pak has been honored as one of the Daily Journal’s Top Intellectual Property Lawyers in their 2024 rankings.
Agricultural company sues labor board, challenges California law protecting farmworkers' union rights
The Wonderful Company has filed a lawsuit against California’s Agricultural Labor Relations Board challenging a law passed two years ago that gives farmworkers additional options to gain union representation and exercise collective bargaining rights.
Employer contests Workers' Compensation award over employee injury during unauthorized departure
In a recent ruling by California's Third Appellate District Court of Appeal, 3 Stonedeggs Inc.'s attempt to overturn a workers' compensation award to employee Braden Nanez was denied. The court upheld findings supporting Nanez's claim under commercial traveler rules despite him leaving work premises without authorization before sustaining injuries in an auto accident.
Man appeals sanctions imposed in divorce proceedings involving sister
Andrei Melnichenko has appealed an order imposing $12,866 in sanctions related to divorce proceedings involving his sister Elena Hartman and her ex-husband Michael Hartman. The case hinges on whether proper service was executed for a deposition subpoena requesting business records.
Family appeals summary judgment for Century Indemnity Co. in asbestos exposure case
The family of Antonio Perez, Sr., who died from mesothelioma caused by asbestos exposure at work, is suing Century Indemnity Co. for refusing coverage under their policies. The lawsuit seeks $41 million in damages following default judgments against Universal Fleet Supply, Inc., which supplied asbestos-containing brakes leading to Perez's illness.
Plaintiff appeals decision to quash suit against bus manufacturer
Daniel Rossa has filed a personal injury lawsuit against school bus manufacturer Blue Bird Body Company after sustaining severe injuries from retractable electrical steps on a bookmobile. Despite multiple appeals regarding jurisdictional issues, the court ruled against exercising specific jurisdiction over Blue Bird in California due to insufficient nexus between their activities and Rossa's claims.
Whistleblower alleges retaliation against California Department of Veterans Affairs but loses his appeal
Donald Ververka has filed a complaint against CalVet alleging wrongful termination due to whistleblowing activities related to safety violations at a veterans home he managed.
Despite initial findings supporting some claims, courts ruled in favor of CalVet based on non-retaliatory justifications for his dismissal.
Attorney General Bonta: Essential Legislation to Protect Children’s Data Privacy Passes Assembly
California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following statement after Assembly Bill 1949 (AB 1949), the California Children’s Data Privacy Act, passed the Assembly. AB 1949, sponsored by Attorney General Bonta and authored by Assemblymember Buffy Wicks (D-Oakland), would provide more robust protections for kids’ data privacy.
Shail P. Shah and Ruben Sislyan Speak at 2024 TEI Region 10 Conference
Greenberg Traurig, LLP Tax Practice Shareholders Shail P. Shah and Ruben Sislyan will present at the 2024 Tax Executives Institute (TEI) Region 10 Conference May 23.
School districts sue San Diego County over alleged failure to make pass-through payments
Cajon Valley Union School District and Grossmont Union High School District have taken legal action against San Diego County's Auditor-Controller for allegedly failing to make required statutory pass-through payments following redevelopment agency dissolution.